The Pioneers

Interesting Facts

• «The Pioneers» is the first book in Fenimore Cooper's Leatherstocking series, which includes five books known as the Leatherstocking Tales.
• The novel is set in 1793 and describes life on the American frontier, making it one of the first works dedicated to the theme of westward expansion.
• The main character, Natty Bumppo, also known as Leatherstocking, became one of the most famous characters in American literature and a symbol of independence and freedom.
• «The Pioneers» is considered one of the first environmental novels, as it raises questions about human impact on nature and the environment.
• Fenimore Cooper drew on his personal experiences of living in New York and its surroundings to create a realistic depiction of nature and life at that time.
• The book was published in 1823 and became Cooper's first commercial success, prompting him to continue his literary career.